Easy Turkey Veggie Tray For Thanksgiving Appetizers
This Thanksgiving Turkey Veggie Tray is super easy to make and perfect for the holiday! Made with super easy ingredients and is a great appetizer!
What is a Turkey Veggie Tray?
A Turkey Veggie Tray is a simple, yet tasty appetizer that is perfect for the Thanksgiving holiday! Made with just a few ingredients, this dish is sure to be a hit with your guests!
Turkey Veggie Tray Ingredients:
- 1 Cucumber
- 1 Red Pepper
- 1 Yellow Pepper
- 8oz Bag Peas
- 12oz Baby Carrots
- 2 Candy Eyes
- Your Favorite Dipping Sauce (Try this 3 Ingredient Easy Ranch Dip For Appetizers)
- Large Round Serving Tray
What are some other fun appetizers to make for thanksgiving?
Some other great appetizer ideas for Thanksgiving include:
- -Cheese and Crackers
- -Veggies and Dip
- –Fruit Salad
- -Mini Quiches
- –Pigs in a Blanket
- -Buffalo Chicken Bites
- -Chicken Satay Skewers
- -Stuffed Mushrooms
- -Baked Brie
- -Crab Cakes
- -Shrimp Cocktail
- -Oysters Rockefeller
- –Artichoke Dip
- –Spinach Dip
- –Zucchini Fries
- -Sweet Potato Tots
- –Mini Meatballs
How can I store the leftovers?
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
What are some fun unique ideas to try with the turkey tray?
-Try using different shaped vegetables to create a fun and festive tray!
-Get creative with your dipping sauces – anything from cranberry sauce to ranch dressing would be delicious!
-For a fun twist, try making mini turkey veggie trays! Simply use small cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the veggies.
-Add some extra flair to your tray by garnishing with fresh herbs or pomegranate seeds.
-Turn your turkey veggie tray into a thanksgiving charcuterie board by adding some additional items like sliced turkey, Stuffing bites, or pumpkin pie!
How do you make a veggie tray look pretty?
There are a few things you can do to make your veggie tray look pretty:
-Arrange the vegetables in a creative way – try using different colors and patterns!
-Use fun and festive serving dishes that match the theme of your event.
How far in advance can you make the turkey tray?
The turkey tray can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Simply store the vegetables in the fridge until you are ready to assemble the tray.
What is the best way to transport the turkey tray?
If you are transporting the turkey tray to an event, it is best to keep it cool by placing it in a cooler with ice packs. You may also want to consider transporting the tray in a disposable aluminum foil pan to make cleanup easier.
Easy Turkey Veggie Tray For Thanksgiving Appetizers
This adorable turkey veggie tray is great to serve for a Thanksgiving day appetizer!
Ingredients
- 1 Cucumber
- 1 Red Pepper
- 1 Yellow Pepper
- 8oz Bag Peas
- 12oz Baby Carrots
- 2 Candy Eyes
- Your Favorite Dipping Sauce
- Large Round Serving Tray
Instructions
- Slice the veggies into bite sized pieces.
- Place your dipping sauce into a bowl and place it at the center bottom of your serving tray.
- Starting with the peas, line the veggies up to create Turkey feathers.
- Place the end of the red pepper into the dipping sauce to create a Turkey body.
- Place two candy eyes on top.
- Slice a baby carrot in half vertically and place the carrots onto the dipping sauce to create legs.
Nutrition Information
Yield
6Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 89Total Fat 1gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 144mgCarbohydrates 19gFiber 5gSugar 9gProtein 3g
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